Autism Research Institute
- Assets
- $4.7m
- Revenue
- $1.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Founding
- 03/1968
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 95-2548452
Organization Overview
Autism Research Institute is located in San Diego, CA. The organization was established in 1968. According to its NTEE Classification (G84) the organization is classified as: Autism, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Autism Research Institute employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Autism Research Institute is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Autism Research Institute generated $1.8m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 1.5% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2014, Autism Research Institute has awarded 53 individual grants totaling $2,035,767. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ARI WAS FOUNDED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE AUTISM COMMUNITY BY SPONSORING RESEARCH NETWORKING WITH RESEARCHERS, CLINICIANS, PARENTS AND DISSEMINATING INFORMATION REGARDING INDIVIDUALS OF ALL AGES ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TO ADVANCE THE HEALTH OF AUTISTIC PEOPLE THROUGH BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH AND FREE EDUCATION. THIS INCLUDES 1 CONDUCTING RESEARCH, 2 ORGANIZING NATIONAL AND REGIONAL THINK TANKS, 3 SPONSORING NEAR WEEKLY WEBINARS, 4 OFFERING, IN JOINT-PROVIDERSHIP WITH THE CLEVELAND CLINIC, COMPLIMENTARY AMA PRA CATEGORY1 CREDIT TO PHYSICIANS, 5 SPONSORING A POPULAR WEBSITE, WWW.AUTISM.ORG, 6 PRODUCING INFORMATIVE VIDEOS, AND 7 PUBLISHING E-NEWSLETTERS, A QUARTERLY SCIENCE NEWSLETTER, AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY BOOKS, AND CURATING THE NATIONAL AUTISM HISTORY MUSEUM.
THE AUTISM RESEARCH INSTITUTE ARI HAS AWARDED RESEARCH GRANTS TO SCIENTIFIC INVESTGATORS WORLDWIDE. ARI PRIDES ITSELF IN FUNDING RESEARCH THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. THE FUNDED RESEARCH IS AIMED AT INVESTIGATING THE UNDERLYING CAUSES OF AUTISM INCLUDING BIOCHEMISTRY AND NEUROLOGY AS WELL AS DEVELOPING AND VALIDATING TREATMENT EFFECTIVENESS. ARI SUPPORTS TWO MAJOR AUTISM TISSUE BANKS INCLUDING THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AND THE GASTROINTESTINAL AUTISM TISSUE BANK AT MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL. MUCH OF ARIS FUNDED RESEARCH IS FOCUSED ON EXAMINING THE GASTROINTESTINAL, IMMUNE, AND METABOLIC SYSTEMS.
THE AUTISM RESEARCH INSTITUTE ARI IS A NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION NGO, REGISTERED WITH THE UNITED NATIONS. ARI COLLABORATES WITH RESEARCHERS, ORGANIZES CONFERENCES AND THINK TANKS, AND ACTIVELY CONSULTS WITH AUTISM ORGANIZATIONS WORLDWIDE. MANY OF OUR ARTICLES, VIDEOS, AND ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRES HAVE BEEN TRANSLATED INTO VARIOUS LANGUAGES IN THE PAST YEARS, ARI PROVIDES OUTREACH SERVICES TO FAMILIES AND PROFESSIONALS IN 77 COUNTRIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dr Stephen M Edelson Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $185,999 |
Dr Marvin Natowicz Chair | OfficerTrustee | 6 | $8,765 |
Kelly Barnhill Co Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $1,350 |
Dr Robert Hendren Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $515 |
Dr Margaret Bauman Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $300 |
Dr Kenneth Sassower Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $3,415 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,686,001 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,689,416 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,151 |
| Investment income | $122,567 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$102,963 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $65,100 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,775,271 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $199,879 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $305,050 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $185,999 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $7,440 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $244,466 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $4,823 |
| Payroll taxes | $34,078 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $350 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $27,490 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $13,035 |
| Fees for services: Other | $54,581 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,375 |
| Office expenses | $23,260 |
| Information technology | $68,329 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $43,200 |
| Travel | $29,833 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,311 |
| Insurance | $7,196 |
| All other expenses | $9,384 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,428,445 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $302,380 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $50,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $26,906 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $6,453 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $4,345,041 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $10,000 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $4,740,780 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $12,759 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $51,951 |
| Total liabilities | $64,710 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,556,830 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $119,240 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $4,740,780 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Autism Research Institute has awarded $245,050 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS PURPOSE: Autism Research | $50,000 |
DUKE UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: Autism Research | $50,000 |
ASU PURPOSE: Autism Research | $95,050 |
RUTGERS PURPOSE: Autism Research | $50,000 |